Benefits of Having a "Smart" Home

By
All Services
|December 18, 2018

Smart technology is all around us. For example, people now have doorbells
equipped with cameras that can lock the front door with a single tap on
their phones, all from miles away! Chances are, if you turn on the TV
you’ll see an advertisement for an Alexa or Siri assisted device
within the first commercial break. With so many diverse devices with varying
capabilities, it’s easy to feel like we’re living in the future.

Some may shy away from integrating smart technology into their homes due
to a lack of knowledge about their functions or a misunderstanding about
how they work. While these are valid concerns for anyone installing smart
technology in their home, the changes to their day-to-day life will prove
to be beneficial for their wallet, their family, and the environment.
Check out some of the benefits of integrating smart technology in your home!

Unexpected Benefits of Investing in Smart Technology

Helps Conserve Energy

Smart technology has built-in energy-saving tendencies that are ideal for
anyone interested in living a green lifestyle. Eco-friendly thermostats
will “learn” your preferences and, after a short period, can
adjust the temperature when you're at home and shut off the heat or
air when it knows you’re away. Additionally, an eco-friendly thermostat
keeps your system from running if you forgot to turn it off when you left
for work. This keeps you from consuming energy you aren’t benefitting from.

Installing smart LED lights can also help you and your family save energy.
LED lights last 8-25 times longer than traditional halogen bulbs depending
on the kind of LED bulb you purchase. Additionally, installing dimming
switches lets you directly control how much energy you use when lighting
your home. Some lights even have auto turn-off features you can access
and control straight from your smartphone.

Saves You Money

Energy efficiency means saving the planet as well as saving money. Products
like the Nest Learning Thermostat remember your recurring settings and
can learn when you’re home and when you’re out for the day
to turn the heat or air off when you aren't there to use it. Using
less energy will save you money and headaches.

Adds Security

Some smart technology devices are only for security, such as cameras that
are accessible and controllable from your phone, but others have security
features built in as a secondary function. Certain doorbells include cameras
so you can view who is at your door without having look through the peephole.
Other devices, such as smart locks, let you lock or unlock your door at
will, even from miles away. So whether you forgot to lock the door when
you left the house or you need to unlock the door in emergency situations
when you’re away, you get to control who enters and who doesn’t.

Gives You Control

Adjust the temperature, dim the lighting, control music volume, lock the
doors, and even close the garage, all from your phone! When you install
connected smart devices in your home, you have greater control over the
appliances and the general settings of your home. Smart devices can even
learn from your past settings and create preference profiles for your
family, so they adhere to your use without you needing to lift a finger.

Maximizes Comfort

Whether it’s checking in on the babysitter and kids while you’re
at work, or making sure your elderly family member is doing okay throughout
the day, caregivers have less to worry about with smart technology in
the home. Vulnerable individuals, including those with any special or
medical needs, can rely on technology to regulate medication, monitor
health, and even call for emergency assistance if needed. Smart baby monitors
allow parents to check in on their children whenever they feel the urge.
Having smart technology as another resource allows you to remain confident
that everyone in your home is fully comfortable and safe, which in turn,
relieves your own stress and worrying throughout the day.

Installing a smart technology system in your home can be a daunting task
for anyone new to smart technology, but one of the most often forgotten
aspects of readying your home for smart technology is whether your electrical
system can handle all the new gadgets. All Services can
inspect your electrical system and advise you on whether an upgrade is necessary for your system to handle
all the new demands. Contact our team today to inquire about electrical system
upgrades and inspections!